2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1995 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1995 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S-MX | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
